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Contraband (2012)

“What would you hide to protect your family?”

6.3/10 · 2,289 votes 1h 49m r ActionThrillerDramaCrime

#136 of 232 films from 2012 #1407 of 2168 in action

Directed by Baltasar Kormákur · Written by Aaron Guzikowski, Arnaldur Indriðason, Óskar Jónasson

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Overview

When his brother-in-law runs afoul of a drug lord, family man Chris Farraday turns to a skill he abandoned long ago—smuggling—to repay the debt. But the job goes wrong, and Farraday finds himself wanted by cops, crooks and killers alike.

Cast

Mark Wahlbergas Chris Farraday
Kate Beckinsaleas Kate Farraday
Ben Fosteras Sebastian Abney
Giovanni Ribisias Tim Briggs
Lukas Haasas Danny Raymer
Caleb Landry Jonesas Andy
Diego Lunaas Gonzalo
J.K. Simmonsas Captain Camp
David O'Haraas Jim Church
William Luckingas Bud Farraday
Ólafur Darri Ólafssonas Olaf
Robert Wahlbergas John Bryce
Jason Mitchellas Walter
Paul LeBlancas CBP Official

Facts

Release dateJanuary 12, 2012
Runtime109 min (1h 49m) — about the same as the 2012 average of 103 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$25,000,000
Box office$96,262,212 (3.9× budget)
IMDbtt1524137

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Questions

How long is Contraband?
Contraband runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Is Contraband worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.3/10 across 2,289 votes, which places it #136 of 232 films released in 2012 in this index (top 42%) and #1407 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Contraband?
Contraband was directed by Baltasar Kormákur. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Shelter (2026), Apex (2026), Everest (2015).
Who stars in Contraband?
Mark Wahlberg as Chris Farraday; Kate Beckinsale as Kate Farraday; Ben Foster as Sebastian Abney; Giovanni Ribisi as Tim Briggs; Lukas Haas as Danny Raymer; Caleb Landry Jones as Andy.
What is Contraband rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Contraband?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/21828.

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